Resident Dining & Care Aide — Flexible Scheduling

Harmony Senior Services; Hockessin (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Benefits

Training & Development

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is hiring a dietary aide to assist residents with menu orders, beverage service, and basic meal support at our Hockessin location. You will help with tray service, food storage, and ensure clean dining areas while following confidentiality policies.

Ideal candidates are reliable, able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training and career development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow simple instructions
• Must possess ability to perform simple, repetitive tasks
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply learned principles
• Must be able to communicate effectively and work under close supervision
• Must be able to bend, reach, grasp, push and pull objects
• Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods up to three (3) hours at a time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis and carry heavy objects for 20 feet
• Must be organized and willing to work well with other team members
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be in clean designated uniform during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene

Responsibilities

• Assists residents when placing orders from the menu
• Provide beverage service (water, iced tea, juices, milk and coffee/tea)
• Refill salt/pepper/sugar bowls prior to and after each meal
• Report any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor
• Understands sit-down service and proper serving techniques
• Has a basic understanding of food preparation (salads, desserts, etc.)
• Knowledge of proper food storage and labeling techniques
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum kitchen and dining room
• Attends required in-services and staff meetings
• Completes all other duties assigned
• Must be attentive to special needs of residents including: mobility deficits, memory impairment, etc.)
• Assists with tray service
• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
• Interacts in a polite considerate manner to residents, guests, co-workers and supervisors

Job description

Harmony Senior Services is hiring a dietary aide to assist residents with menu orders, beverage service, and basic meal support at our Hockessin location. You will help with tray service, food storage, and ensure clean dining areas while following confidentiality policies.

Ideal candidates are reliable, able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training and career development opportunities are provided.